Fakir D’oudairies 26th January 2019 – Cheltenham – He has put himself right in the mix for the Triumph Hurdle after this impressive success. His wide margin victory has also pointed to the strong possibility that the Irish juveniles might have a clear edge...

Quel Destin 27th December 2018 – Chepstow – The front two are probably very good juveniles for this generation. His extra experience was probably a massive advantage here; at the same time this has also looked the case in his previous couple of starts....

Redicean 13th January 2018 – Kempton – Once again he looked super impressive in the finish after appearing less than fluent over his obstacles for much of the contest. He may be better in time and on faster ground; however, this might also place...

Espoir D’Allen 26th December 2017 – Leopardstown – He is now four from four over hurdles and, although he has beaten the same horse (Mitchouka) in his last two contests he has still looked very good in doing so. He had a lot more...

Mega Fortune 12th February 2017 – Leopardstown – First time cheek pieces and new tactics made all the difference!! I rather think it was more to do with him being ridden with the Fred Winter in mind previously and with the Triumph in mind...

My strategy for the first race on Friday is much the same as my plans for the opening race of the festival. The two JP McManus horses that currently head the market are of particular interest. If both Defi Du Seuil and Charli Parcs...

Meri Devie 27th December 2016 – Leopardstown – She may have been more ready for this and more competitive than a few behind; consequently this might read better than it was in reality. Conversely her current standing in the Triumph market implies she is...